Photo : Nathalie T.
Botanical Walk: Vagabond Plants in Paris 20th
The concrete of the 20th arrondissement fades away to reveal a wild sanctuary nestled near iconic stone walls. Trade the city sirens for a quiet study of local botany, where magnifying glasses and sketchbooks turn a simple stroll into a moment of true connection with nature.
Cimetière du Père-Lachaise (Paris 20th)
About
Discover the hidden botanical treasures within and around the Père-Lachaise cemetery during the Vagabondes botanical walk on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Designed for participants aged 15 and over, this guided experience focuses on observing, sketching, and identifying wild urban plants in the 20th arrondissement. You will use magnifying glasses and artistic techniques to study flora in detail and begin your own herbarium, providing a quiet, nature-filled break from the city's fast pace. This outdoor event requires advance booking to secure your spot. Whether you are a nature enthusiast or simply curious, this walk offers a unique opportunity to connect with the local ecosystem.
From Père-Lachaise to its surroundings, we will discover these wild plants with multiple virtues. Above all, we will strive to truly encounter them: observe their environment, learn to describe them, take the time to draw them and observe them under a magnifying glass, start a herbarium... so as to internalize this moment. A botanical break in the overly fast tempo of the city.
Our take on this event
Join the Vagabondes botanical tour on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 14:00 to 16:00. The meeting point is set at the Porte Gambetta entrance of the Père-Lachaise cemetery, located at 55-57 rue des Rondeaux, 75020 Paris. This activity is open to anyone aged 15 or older who wishes to explore the wild plant life thriving in and near this iconic Parisian site.
The session emphasizes a slow and mindful approach to botany. Participants will be guided through the process of observing the surrounding environment, learning to describe specific plants, and using magnifying glasses for a closer look. You will also have the opportunity to draw the species encountered and start your own herbarium, helping to engrain these botanical observations. It is a perfect way to step back from the frantic tempo of urban life.
Please note that the event is pay-what-you-wish. However, booking your place in advance is mandatory.
